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The NEXT Academy

Chad Jones and Cody Phillipswww.nextleadershipacademy.org
Dedicated to Construction Leadership, Brand Growth, and Staying on Offense. Chad Jones and Cody Phillips discuss these topics as well as the emerging role of The NEXT Leadership Academy, an intimate industry focused program, created for YOU, the highly motivated construction professional. We deliver episodes of The Goods, Hot Wire, Insights and The Search for Fulfillment to bring you strategies and tactics that can help you become your greatest self. #BeNEXT
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Episodes

Hot Wire: Managing Multigenerational Teams

Hot Wire is a new series that dives deep into complex leadership challenges on construction sites and offers tangible solutions to explore as you face these obstacles head on. In today's episode, Alex dives into a challenge that’s becoming more prominent on job sites everywhere: managing multigenerational teams. How do you, as a leader, create a cohesive, high-performing team that thrives despite generational divides? Enjoy Episode 5 of Hot Wire. #BeNEXT...

Apr 16, 20257 min

Insights: Barriers to Effective Communication

In our new series Insights, go inside Class 7 of NEXT PM. In this short segment, Taylor highlights the key barriers that prevent effective listening and how they impact leadership in construction. Enjoy the Insights and #BeNEXT. To learn more about NEXT PM, please visit our website at ⁠www.nextleadershipacademy.org/pm

Apr 15, 20256 min

The Goods: The 151,600 Attitude

The Goods is a new series that delivers wisdom for personal and professional growth. In today's episode, James looks at the importance of gratitude in your life with a staggering statistical tale that illustrates just how fortunate you are! Enjoy Episode 14 of The Goods. #BeNEXT

Apr 14, 20254 min

The Search for Fulfillment: Friedrich Nietzsche

The Search for Fulfillment is a new short series released each Friday where we uncover lessons of the greatest minds to help you live with purpose, passion, and peace. In today's episode, Brian asks, "What is your deeper “WHY” in life... and how can aligning your daily actions with it bring you greater fulfillment?" Enjoy Episode 12 of The Search for Fulfillment. #BeNEXT

Apr 11, 202555 sec

The Goods: Bend But Don't Break

The Goods is a new series that delivers wisdom for personal and professional growth. In today's episode, James looks at the palm tree and how its resilience represents a wonderful metaphor for your own life. Enjoy Episode 13 of The Goods. #BeNEXT

Apr 07, 20254 min

The Search for Fulfillment: Thomas Edison

The Search for Fulfillment is a new short series released each Friday where we uncover lessons of the greatest minds to help you live with purpose, passion, and peace. In today's episode, Brian asks, "How can you reframe a recent failure as a learning opportunity... and what valuable lesson can you take from it?" Enjoy Episode 11 of The Search for Fulfillment. #BeNEXT

Apr 04, 202555 sec

The Goods: Lincoln's Path to Greatness

The Goods is a new series that delivers wisdom for personal and professional growth. In today's episode, James discusses Abraham Lincoln's long road of perseverance to become the President of the United States. This story is unbelievable. What can you learn from it on your own path to greatness? Enjoy Episode 12 of The Goods. #BeNEXT

Mar 31, 20255 min

The Search for Fulfillment: Leonardo da Vinci

The Search for Fulfillment is a new short series released each Friday where we uncover lessons of the greatest minds to help you live with purpose, passion, and peace. In today's episode, Brian asks, "What is one step you can take today to actively shape the life you want, rather than waiting for the perfect moment?" Enjoy Episode 10 of The Search for Fulfillment. #BeNEXT

Mar 28, 202555 sec

Disrupt, Innovate, Dominate: Leading the Future of Construction with Bill Hughes | Milwaukee Tool

Disrupt, Innovate, Dominate: Leading the Future of Construction with Bill Hughes | Milwaukee Tool In today’s episode, we’re honored to welcome Bill Hughes, President of End User Solutions at Milwaukee Tool, for an insightful discussion on the ever-evolving construction industry. Chad and Cody tackle some of the most pressing questions on the minds of our listeners, exploring the challenges and opportunities in today’s unpredictable construction marketplace. 👉How does Milwaukee Tool balance stay...

Mar 26, 20251 hr 6 minSeason 8Ep. 1

The Goods: What's Your Rope?

The Goods is a new series that delivers wisdom for personal and professional growth. In today's episode, James looks back at his youth taking in the circus with his family. This episode will help you recognize the "ropes" in your life and encourage you challenge your beliefs. Because on the other side of it... that’s where your greatness lives. Enjoy Episode 11 of The Goods. #BeNEXT

Mar 24, 20253 min

Insights: The Importance of Work Sequencing

In our new series Insights, go inside Class 6 of NEXT PM. In this short segment, Taylor will highlight the importance of work sequencing - the critical role of dependency mapping as well as potential bottlenecks to be aware of. Enjoy the Insights and #BeNEXT. To learn more about NEXT PM, please visit our website at ⁠www.nextleadershipacademy.org/pm

Mar 21, 20255 min

The Search for Fulfillment: Epictetus

The Search for Fulfillment is a new short series released each Friday where we uncover lessons of the greatest minds to help you live with purpose, passion, and peace. In today's episode, Brian asks, "What is one thing in your life you can begin to appreciate more fully... and how might this shift in perspective bring you greater fulfillment?" Enjoy Episode 9 of The Search for Fulfillment. #BeNEXT

Mar 21, 202555 sec

The Goods: So You Say You Want to Be Happy?

The Goods is a new series that delivers wisdom for personal and professional growth. In today's episode, James discusses true happiness and taking pride in performance with a powerful story from Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Enjoy Episode 10 of The Goods. #BeNEXT

Mar 17, 20254 min

The Search for Fulfillment: Confucius

The Search for Fulfillment is a new short series released each Friday where we uncover lessons of the greatest minds to help you live with purpose, passion, and peace. In today's episode, Brian asks, "In what area of your life can you start aligning your actions more closely with your core values, and how might that bring you greater fulfillment?" Enjoy Episode 8 of The Search for Fulfillment. #BeNEXT

Mar 14, 202555 sec

Hot Wire: Crisis Leadership

Hot Wire is a new series that dives deep into complex leadership challenges on construction sites and offers tangible solutions to explore as you face these obstacles head on. In today's episode, Alex dives into a high-pressure scenario every construction leader dreads: managing an unexpected crisis that threatens both safety and progress. This episode will explore how leadership can turn chaos into clarity, using real-world insights from the field. Enjoy Episode 4 of Hot Wire. #BeNEXT...

Mar 12, 20255 min

The Goods: Trust the Tide

The Goods is a new series that delivers wisdom for personal and professional growth. In today's episode, James discusses the Tide of our Lives. Learn to lean in, let go of resistance, and know that the current of your life is always guiding you toward where you’re meant to be. Enjoy Episode 9 of The Goods. #BeNEXT

Mar 10, 20253 min

Insights: Critical Path Analysis

In our new series Insights, go inside Class 5 of NEXT PM. In this short segment, Taylor will highlight Critical Path Analysis - a powerful concept in construction and project scheduling. Enjoy the Insights and #BeNEXT. To learn more about NEXT PM, please visit our website at ⁠www.nextleadershipacademy.org/pm

Mar 07, 20254 min

The Search for Fulfillment: Maya Angelou

The Search for Fulfillment is a new short series released each Friday where we uncover lessons of the greatest minds to help you live with purpose, passion, and peace. In today's episode, Brian asks, "What challenge in your life can you embrace as an opportunity for growth, and how might it lead to greater fulfillment?" Enjoy Episode 7 of The Search for Fulfillment. #BeNEXT

Mar 07, 202555 sec

The Goods: Commitment > Feelings

The Goods is a new series that delivers wisdom for personal and professional growth. In today's episode, James tells the story of Jack Weemer, a father who faced enormous health challenges to save his gravely ill daughter. True growth comes when we honor our commitments. Our momentary feelings often lie to us. Enjoy Episode 8 of The Goods. #BeNEXT

Mar 03, 20254 min

The Search for Fulfillment: Steve Jobs

The Search for Fulfillment is a new short series released each Friday where we uncover lessons of the greatest minds to help you live with purpose, passion, and peace. In today's episode, Brian asks, "What is one way you can start living more authentically today, and how might that bring you closer to true fulfillment?" Enjoy Episode 6 of The Search for Fulfillment. #BeNEXT

Feb 28, 202555 sec

The Goods: Dump Your Baggage

The Goods is a new series that delivers wisdom for personal and professional growth. In today's episode, James looks closely at the "Baggage" that many of us carry around throughout our daily lives. We are stuck with burdens from our past. You must commit to letting go in 2025 to grow into the person you're destined to be. Enjoy Episode 7 of The Goods. #BeNEXT

Feb 24, 20255 min

The Search for Fulfillment: Winston Churchill

The Search for Fulfillment is a new short series released each Friday where we uncover lessons of the greatest minds to help you live with purpose, passion, and peace. In today's episode, Brian asks, "How can you incorporate more generosity into your daily life to create a deeper sense of fulfillment?" Enjoy Episode 5 of The Search for Fulfillment. #BeNEXT

Feb 21, 202555 sec

Insights: The OODA Loop

In our new series Insights, go inside Class 4 of NEXT PM. In this short segment, Natasha will highlight the OODA Loop - a powerful framework in construction and project management. Enjoy the Insights and #BeNEXT. To learn more about NEXT PM, please visit our website at www.nextleadershipacademy.org/pm

Feb 21, 20253 min

The Goods: Illusion of Choice

The Goods is a new series that delivers wisdom for personal and professional growth. In today's episode, James looks at the Illusion of Choice. For those of you chasing personal and professional greatness, you have far less freedom than you may realize. Enjoy Episode 6 of The Goods. #BeNEXT

Feb 17, 20254 min

The Search for Fulfillment: Ralph Waldo Emerson

The Search for Fulfillment is a new short series released each Friday where we uncover lessons of the greatest minds to help you live with purpose, passion, and peace. In today's episode, Brian asks, "How can you shift your mindset to find more joy and fulfillment in the journey, rather than just the destination?" Enjoy Episode 4 of The Search for Fulfillment. #BeNEXT

Feb 14, 202555 sec

Hot Wire: The Cost of Silence

Hot Wire is a new series that dives deep into complex leadership challenges on construction sites and offers tangible solutions to explore as you face these obstacles head on. In today's episode, Alex tackles an issue that’s too often ignored: mental health and its impact on leadership and productivity in construction. Together, we can break the silence and create an industry where mental health is no longer a hidden crisis, but a shared priority. Enjoy Episode 3 of Hot Wire. #BeNEXT...

Feb 12, 20256 min

The Goods: The Golden Buddha

The Goods is a new series that delivers wisdom for personal and professional growth. In today's episode, James shares the story of "The Golden Buddha." Often our true potential hides beneath layers of doubt, fear, or the expectations of the world. Hopefully today's episode will encourage you to grab a hammer and begin to chip away at that exterior to unlock all that lies beneath! Enjoy Episode 5 of The Goods. #BeNEXT

Feb 10, 20254 min

The Search for Fulfillment: Bruce Lee

The Search for Fulfillment is a new short series released each Friday where we uncover lessons of the greatest minds to help you live with purpose, passion, and peace. In today's episode, Brian asks, "What is one small, intentional step you can take today to move closer to the life you truly want?" Enjoy Episode 3 of The Search for Fulfillment. #BeNEXT

Feb 07, 202555 sec

Insights: Strategic Alignment with Company Goals

In our new series Insights, go inside Class 3 of NEXT PM. In this short segment, Natasha will highlight the impact of strategic alignment on your companies performance. Enjoy the Insights and #BeNEXT. To learn more about NEXT PM, please visit our website at ⁠www.nextleadershipacademy.org/pm

Feb 07, 20255 min

The Goods: Limiting Beliefs

The Goods is a new series that delivers wisdom for personal and professional growth. In today's episode, James shares the cautionary tale of "Mohini the Tiger." Do you have limiting beliefs that are holding you back from becoming all that you were born to be? If so, let's change that! Enjoy Episode 4 of The Goods. #BeNEXT

Feb 03, 20253 min
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